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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,910 cc

K40 KLJMOT history

K40 KLJ is a blue diesel Vauxhall Astra first used on 24 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 17 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 143,798 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2026.

K40 KLJ blue Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Apr 2027
Mileage
143,798 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,214 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 KLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
24 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 KLJ was last recorded at 143,798 miles on 11 Apr 2026, 4,754 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,044 miles · 16 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,754 miles
Average per year
6,214 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,798 miles
  • 2025 – 139,044 miles
  • 2024 – 136,642 miles
  • 2023 – 133,975 miles
  • 2022 – 133,646 miles
  • 2020 – 133,454 miles
  • 2018 – 128,395 miles
  • 2017 – 121,217 miles
  • 2016 – 112,885 miles
  • 2014 – 103,230 miles
  • 2013 – 90,742 miles
  • 2012 – 79,445 miles
  • 2011 – 66,976 miles
  • 2010 – 46,808 miles
  • 2009 – 37,872 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,798 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front and rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 25 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,798 miles1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    143,798 miles
    Test number
    577859659595
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front and rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Fail143,798 miles (+4,754)2 repaired1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,798 miles
    Test number
    612184248631
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front and rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass139,044 miles (+2,402)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    139,044 miles
    Test number
    631148062980
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security various points front and rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass136,642 miles (+2,667)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    136,642 miles
    Test number
    806217807809
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass133,975 miles (+329)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    133,975 miles
    Test number
    869400067699
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively all 4 inner (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass133,646 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    133,646 miles
    Test number
    334630205671
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail133,642 miles (+188)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,642 miles
    Test number
    602712524036
    • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass133,454 miles (+5,059)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    133,454 miles
    Test number
    791961049538
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass128,395 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    128,395 miles
    Test number
    628849238406
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail128,395 miles (+7,178)3 dangerous1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,395 miles
    Test number
    394871464114
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass121,217 miles (+8,332)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    121,217 miles
    Test number
    950519321104
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  12. Pass112,885 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    112,885 miles
    Test number
    669875935484
    • AdvisoryEm light

  13. Fail112,885 miles (+9,655)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,885 miles
    Test number
    674941117745
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal slightly spongy
    • AdvisoryEm light
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass103,230 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    103,230 miles
    Test number
    176730144348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail103,221 miles (+12,479)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,221 miles
    Test number
    307689734380
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass90,742 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    90,742 miles
    Test number
    366848433302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail90,742 miles (+11,297)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,742 miles
    Test number
    756867733361
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass79,445 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    79,445 miles
    Test number
    489714132335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail79,441 miles (+12,465)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,441 miles
    Test number
    195993832313
    • FailureNearside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteRear brake discs worn

  20. Pass66,976 miles (+7,738)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    66,976 miles
    Test number
    477604731386
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass59,238 miles (+12,430)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    59,238 miles
    Test number
    589907271017
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass46,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    46,808 miles
    Test number
    221591680097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail46,808 miles (+8,936)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,808 miles
    Test number
    114151480038
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass37,872 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    37,872 miles
    Test number
    290514789092
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Fail37,871 miles1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,871 miles
    Test number
    304284589076
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about K40 KLJ

Does K40 KLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K40 KLJ is valid until 17 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K40 KLJ?
The MOT on K40 KLJ is valid until 17 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K40 KLJ done?
K40 KLJ was recorded at 143,798 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2026, an average of 6,214 miles a year.
Has K40 KLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 KLJ has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on K40 KLJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on K40 KLJ find?
K40 KLJ passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 9 more.

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